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To: GST who wrote (115348)	1/15/2001 7:54:08 PM
From: Victor Lazlo	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 164684

Obviously William doesn't know anything about Buffet. Buffet doesn't invest in tech because he says, as did Peter Lynch, "I don't understand technology companies."

To: GST who wrote (115348)	1/16/2001 11:01:30 AM
From: Glenn D. Rudolph	Respond to of 164684

Questron Technology Partners With i2 to Enhance Supply Chain Management Capabilities BUSINESS WIRE - January 16, 2001 10:00 BOCA RATON, Fla., Jan 16, 2001 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Questron Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq:QUST) (Nasdaq:QUSTW), a leading provider of supply chain management solutions and inventory logistics management programs focused on the needs of Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), announced today that it has signed an agreement with i2 Technologies, Inc., to license i2 TradeMatrix Solutions(TM) designed to enhance the supply chain management solutions offered by Questron to its customers. Under the agreement, Questron will implement i2 TradeMatrix(TM) Demand Planner and Supply Chain Planner software. Questron believes that these software tools will create the opportunity to increase revenues and gross margins, while reducing inventory, costs associated with carrying inventory, and overall operating costs. i2 Demand Planner helps companies better analyze and more accurately forecast demand from customers. Questron expects Demand Planner to help it react quickly to changing production schedules and related demand requirements from its customers. In addition, Questron expects it to improve its long-range business planning capabilities and the visibility of product demand through the use of Demand Planner, allowing it to reduce inventory levels required to support customer business and leverage its personnel in the planning process. i2 Supply Chain Planner is designed to help companies synchronize supply with demand. Questron will look to Supply Chain Planner for greater visibility of its entire supply chain, enabling it to plan inventory strategies that balance customer service requirements while optimizing fiscal performance. Additionally, Questron will seek more efficient management of costs associated with planning and a reduction in purchasing cycle time through the use of Supply Chain Planner. "The implementation of these i2 software tools will benefit both Questron and its customers, as these tools are another integral step in completing the supply chain puzzle. Our ability to be more responsive to customer needs, ensuring that supply will meet production schedules, improves the level of service we provide to our customers, while at the same time allowing Questron to better manage its inventory levels," said Dominic A. Polimeni, chairman and chief executive officer of Questron. "i2 provides us with the ability to optimize our supply chain management capabilities for profitability and customer service. We look forward to partnering with i2 on future projects," Polimeni added. About Questron: Questron Technology, Inc. is a leading provider of supply chain management solutions and inventory logistics management programs for small parts commonly referred to as "C" inventory items (typically low unit cost, high volume parts) focused on the needs of Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs). Questron's securities are listed on The NASDAQ Stock Market under the symbols QUST (common) and QUSTW (warrants). For more information on Questron Technology, please visit the Company's Web site at questrontechnology.com. About i2: i2 is creating real value for its global e-business customers through its i2 TradeMatrix solutions, content and marketplace platform. i2 TradeMatrix allows businesses to create both private and public marketplaces, while improving the efficiencies of all participants. i2 provides a wide variety of collaborative e-business services for both the early stages and the next generation of e-business adoption, with each service supported by decision optimization, transaction management and content management solutions. Founded in 1988, i2's mission is to deliver $75 billion in value to its customers by 2005. i2 is headquartered in Dallas, has more than 5,500 employees and maintains offices worldwide. Visit i2 at www.i2.com. i2 and the i2 logo design are registered trademarks of i2 Technologies, Inc. i2 TradeMatrix, i2 TradeMatrix Demand Planner, i2 TradeMatrix Supply Chain Planner and TradeMatrix are trademarks of i2 Technologies, Inc. Questron Technology, Inc. "Forward-Looking Statements" Language Certain information contained in this release includes "Forward-Looking Statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and is subject to certain risks and uncertainties, including those "Risk Factors" set forth in the Company's current Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 1999. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements which speak only as of the date hereof. The Company undertakes no obligation to release publicly any revisions to these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof or to reflect unanticipated events or developments. CONTACT: Questron Technology, Inc., Boca Raton Susan D. Wright, 561/241-5251 URL: businesswire.com Today's News On The Net - Business Wire's full file on the Internet with Hyperlinks to your home page. Copyright (C) 2001 Business Wire. 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